Railer of the Week: Austin O’Donoghue

Tuesday

Dec 12, 2017 at 6:37 PMDec 12, 2017 at 7:49 PM

Sport: Wrestling

Weight class: 126

Record: 10-1

Coach comments: The Pontiac Tournament was the first high school tournament he's wrestled in. He has the 2nd most pins on the team at 6, and the 2nd most takedowns on the team at 17. Austin’s performance this past week is the culmination of years of hard work! He pinned a senior returning state placer from Iowa in the finals at the Pontiac Invite to win the first high school tournament he wrestled in. Congratulations Austin! Keep up the good work!

What do you love about wrestling?

Getting in the room and getting better every day. I think the sport makes me a better person.

Who introduced you to the sport?

Walt Landers. I just finished my first year of Junior Football League football and he asked if I was in interested.

What have you learned from wrestling?

Stay humble and to become a better person in life.

What is your favorite food place in Lincoln?

Mama’s Arcade, I love eating their breakfast.

Who are your role models?

My parents (Rhonda and Bo) and grandparents (Mike and Mary).

Never miss a story

Choose the plan that's right for you.
Digital access or digital and print delivery.